How to Tell if an Outside User is on Your Wireless Network

wireless networks are fun, but they are also somewhat vulnerable to internet thievery. This article will show you how to find out if some unwanted user is on your wireless network.

• The first step is to, of course, setup a difficult password restriction on your wireless network settings. If someone doesn’t have the passkey they cant use the network.

• Keep an eye out for your Pc’s performance, if it slows down, it means there is a likely intruder in your network. Also keep a lookout for unusual or unrecognized files in your system, which indicate intrusion. Set up firewalls and anti virus programs to prevent users from entering your network.

• By going through your history, you might be able to see where an if an intruder surfed. But this wont help you do discover their identity. Also use a wireless network detection program designed to track wireless Internet activity and pin down outside users, although these can be expensive they will ensure the sanctity of your network.

• Keep an eye out for strangers and you neighbors sitting outside their windows or outside you house in their cars, they are probably stealing your internet.